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DR. SHANKAR AWASTHI M.D.
NPI 1487901518
Internal Medicine in Towson, MD

Active since August 08, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6701 N CHARLES ST, TOWSON, MD 21204(443) 849-8046 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 11, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Shankar Awasthi M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. SHANKAR AWASTHI M.D. (NPI 1487901518) is an individual internal medicine provider in Towson, Maryland, licensed in Maryland (D0077793) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, The, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1487901518
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. SHANKAR AWASTHICredential: M.D.
Location Address6701 N CHARLES STTowson, MD 21204-6808
Mailing AddressPo Box 418953Boston, MA 02241-8953
Phone(443) 849-8046
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009
Enumeration DateAugust 8, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateMay 11, 2016
✔ NPI 1487901518 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in MD · D0077793
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
6701 N CHARLES ST, Towson, MD 21204
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare PIN712L/188777YBPGMD
Medicare UPINH23578MD
Medicare PIN125LJ795MD
Medicaid517300100MD
Medicare PINP00149270MD

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Shankar Awasthi M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID749424646
PECOS Enrollment IDI20140806000785, I20160912000592, I20201231000221
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 9

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
611 services259 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 99309
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-in by a healthcare professional. This 25-minute visit typically involves monitoring your health progress, addressing any concerns, and adjusting treatment plans as necessary. It's a vital part of ensuring your ongoing wellbeing.
453 services107 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
164 services164 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
127 services123 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99308
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day is a daily check-up service provided by healthcare professionals. It lasts around 15 minutes and involves assessing your health status, monitoring your recovery progress, and addressing any concerns you may have about your health or treatment.
61 services54 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
52 services47 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Johns Hopkins Hospital, The

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210009
Location600 North Wolfe StreetBaltimore, MD 21287 · Baltimore City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Greater Baltimore Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Baltimore, MD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210044
Location6701 North Charles StreetBaltimore, MD 21204 · Baltimore County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, MD
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number210048
Location5755 Cedar LaneColumbia, MD 21044 · Howard County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem

Acute Care Hospitals · Bethlehem, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390049
Location801 Ostrum StreetBethlehem, PA 18015 · Northampton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Mary Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Langhorne, PA
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390258
LocationLanghorne-Newtown RdLanghorne, PA 19047 · Bucks County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 21204 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$139.05 typical visit price
range $60.73 – $183.44
Typical copayment $34.76 (range $15.18 – $45.86)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$106.59 typical visit price
range $19.60 – $149.17
Typical copayment $26.64 (range $4.90 – $37.29)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers13 claims13 services$12.64 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers53 claims53 services$66.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; home compressor used to fill portable oxygen cylinders; includes portable containers, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing K0738
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier18 claims18 services$36.43 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

MRS. ALVENA MESHOINE SIMS PA-C, MMS
Physician Assistant
6701 N CHARLES ST, LABOR & DELIVERY
BALTIMORE, MD 21204
Baltimore County (443) 849-2577
DR. LEWIS HOGGE M.D.
Anesthesiology
6701 N CHARLES ST
TOWSON, MD 21204
Baltimore County (410) 296-4616
DR. PHILIP E SHAHEEN M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
6701 N CHARLES ST, SUITE 4105
BALTIMORE, MD 21204
Baltimore County (443) 849-6255
ALOISE DIEDRICH
Anesthesiology
6701 N CHARLES ST
TOWSON, MD 21204
Baltimore County (443) 849-2000
ROBERT A. PALERMO M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6701 N CHARLES ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21204
Baltimore County (443) 849-2257
DR. STEPHEN A LIVERMAN M.D.
Pediatrics
6701 N CHARLES ST, DEPT OF PEDIATRICS
BALTIMORE, MD 21204
Baltimore County (443) 849-2792
NATHAN A. DUNSMORE M.D.
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
6701 N CHARLES ST
BALTIMORE, MD 21204
Baltimore County (443) 849-2704
MS. SHARON MAREE ELMES-CURTIS CNM
Advanced Practice Midwife
6701 N CHARLES ST, DEPT OF LABOR AND DELIVERY
BALTIMORE, MD 21204
Baltimore County (443) 849-2577

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Shankar Awasthi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Shankar Awasthi is 1487901518. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 8, 2012.

Where is Shankar Awasthi located?

Shankar Awasthi practices at 6701 N Charles St, Towson, MD 21204. The listed phone number is (443) 849-8046.

What is Shankar Awasthi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Shankar Awasthi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Shankar Awasthi is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Shankar Awasthi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Shankar Awasthi is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Hospital, The, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, St Luke's Hospital Bethlehem and St Mary Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Shankar Awasthi was last updated on May 11, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.